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Winged Migration ( Special Edition )Winged Migration ( Special Edition )
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This movie left me stunned. It is incredibly beautiful and inspires a profound apreciation of the natural world.
SpellboundSpellbound
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Very entertaining, and an interesting look at different regional American cultures and American experiences through the story of kids participating in the Spelling Bee.
Everest (Large Format)Everest (Large Format)
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Stunning views from "the top of the world" and interesting story.
The Fog of War - Eleven Lessons from the Life of Robert S. McNamaraThe Fog of War - Eleven Lessons from the Life of Robert S. McNamara
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Though occasionally repetitive, this movie gives such insight into McNamara (and a type of persona in general) that it makes for a very thought provoking experience.
MicrocosmosMicrocosmos
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Fascinating and Capitvating -- a worthwhile movie that inspires awe of nature.
Dark DaysDark Days
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The Subject Matter says it all: the movie follows the lives of people who live in tunnels under Penn Station in New York.
When We Were KingsWhen We Were Kings
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Won the Academy Award its year. A really good retrospective on Ali.
Down from the Mountain (The "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" Concert)Down from the Mountain (The "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" Concert)
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A wonderful experience for the eyes and ears.
Born RichBorn Rich
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The lives of heirs to extraordinary wealth are explored by one their own. Not perfect, but interesting nevertheless.
KandaharKandahar
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Afghanistan during the taliban with a particular emphasis on Afgani women.
My Architect: A Son's JourneyMy Architect: A Son's Journey
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So much emotion in this film. I was very moved by this story.